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Originally Posted by DrHitch
Hi all,
We recently bought a older house and SECO (the utility) tells me that the whole house surge suppressor is "out of warranty" and that they can replace it for $349.
At the same time, I see a solicitation thread here from an electrical contractor stating that they can install/replace a whole house suppressor for about $500++
So.....
1) Is a whole house suppressor worth it? Have you had appliance/electronic damage due to voltage spikes in The Villages?
2) These devices are available for a little over $100. Yes, I know what I'm doing re: electrical work.
Thx for the update on this topic.
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A search will find multiple threads on this topic.
Since you "know what you are doing", if you have room to add a double breaker, they are easy to install and inexpensive risk reduction. If you move, you can take them with you.
Eaton has a dual snap in breaker module and a panel mount with higher surge capacity and better insurance coverage. I suspect much of the cost difference between the two is the insurance. The panel mount requires adding a dual 50A breaker.
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